In his seven-page statement, Fox said the relationship between Mexico and Utah is one of the most solid the country has with a state that's not on the U.S.-Mexico border. The relationship has been strengthened by Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr., who has shown an "excellent level of communication and cooperation" and visited Mexico in July 2005, Fox said.

Fox also said he plans to "attend a special session of the [Utah] Legislature" that will confirm a commitment to economic growth and social development on both sides of the border.

Fox's visit still needs to be confirmed by the Mexican Congress, but his schedule in Salt Lake City is tentatively booked. A news conference is scheduled at the Mexican Consulate today to release details about the president's agenda in Utah.

On May 23, Fox is scheduled to speak at a 500-person luncheon sponsored by Zions Bank. He also likely will speak at an evening, invitation-only Mexican community event at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center in West Valley City. Then, he'll have a State Dinner at the Governor's Mansion.

On May 24, Fox is scheduled to eat breakfast with about 70 people at Rico Mexican Manufacturing & Catering warehouse in Salt Lake City. Later that morning, he likely will meet with leaders from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

-Jennifer W. Sanchez